Northern Territory Tourism Blog

A luxury tour of Kakadu National Park and the Top End

Posted on 09 December, 2020 in Kakadu, Luxury, Tours

On our 7 day luxury private tour of Kakadu National Park & the Top End you'll depart Darwin in a luxury 4wd with one of our expert driver/guides. We'll first travel through Litchfield National Park, an area famous for its pristine waterfalls and swimming holes. Continuing on to Kathrine we'll spend two nights at the lovely Cicada Lodge and explore Katherine Gorge. Next, it's Kakadu National Park, think waterfalls, rock art and wetlands covered in birdlife and crocodiles! Then after exploring some of Arnhem Land with a local Aboriginal guide the tour culminates with a two night stay at the world-class lodge; Bamurru Plains...

The Ultimate 7 Day Arnhem Land Tour

Posted on 02 November, 2020 in Arnhem Land, Tours, Culture, Rock Art

Experience the best of Indigenous culture in Arnhem Land. Each day on tour is truly different and unique as we journey from Darwin, through Kakadu, across Cahill's Crossing and into Arnhem Land. Enjoy good food, great guides and see a very special part of the Northern Territory few get to explore. Take a look at the brief day-by-day outline...

My Favourite Rock Art Sites in Kakadu & Arnhem Land

Posted on 02 October, 2020 in Arnhem Land, Culture, Kakadu, Rock Art

Having been a tour guide for many years across the top end, including Kakadu and Arnhem Land I have been lucky to explore many art sites accessible to ‘Balanda’ (local language for white person). The most notable rock art galleries in Kakadu National Park are undoubtedly Ubirr and Nourlangie. Both are exceptional and provide good interpretational signage and occasional are host to ranger talks and sessions in the dry season months. Ubirr is situated on a high rocky outcrop overlooking the floodplains, and as you follow the trail encountering many different art styles whilst gaining height, everyone is rewarded by vast distant panoramic views across to Arnhem Land...

Exploring Litchfield National Park’s historical sites

Posted on 16 September, 2020 in Litchfield, Top End Locations

A historical tour of Litchfield National Park will show you this region of the Northern Territory is so much more than just swimming under stunning waterfalls, ruggedly beautiful Australian landscapes, and second-to-none outback adventures (although these are certainly some of the park’s best highlights!). From sites of Aboriginal significance to the tough pioneering days, Litchfield National Park is steeped in a rich history that proves you don’t have to go far from Darwin to take a step back in time. Read on to hear about the history of this Top End gem...

Arnhem Land Family Adventures

Posted on 22 August, 2020 in Arnhem Land, family, kids

It can take time to adjust to day to day life on the Cobourg Peninsula, and the challenges associated with remote living. Yet once you’ve got it organised and a routine in place, it becomes an amazing experience, not only from an individual’s aspect but we as a family have gained so much valuable time, learning and growing together. The boys imaginations have flourished as they soak up what nature has to offer, their observations of the environment and attentiveness is second to none...